Weather & Climate in La Moille, IL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Moille experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The area receives 25.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 800 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 800 ft (244 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 704/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5304°N, 89.2843°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 54.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 23.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 82.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jun 28, 2004 | 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois | M4.2 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 2010 | 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois | M3.8 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Sep 2, 1999 | 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois | M3.5 | 25 km | 5 km |
| Nov 4, 2013 | 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois | M3.2 | 125 km | 1 km |
| Jul 15, 2024 | 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois | M3.1 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Mar 25, 2015 | 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois | M2.9 | 106 km | 6 km |
| Jun 10, 2013 | 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois | M2.6 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois | M2.6 | 82 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
649 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 74 fatalities, 1,226 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 28, 1990 | EF5 | 79 km | 16.4 mi | 29 |
| Apr 9, 2015 | EF4 | 36 km | 30.1 mi | 2 |
| Jul 13, 2004 | EF4 | 81 km | 9.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1981 | EF4 | 58 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1979 | EF4 | 88 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1976 | EF4 | 90 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1967 | EF4 | 82 km | 25.5 mi | 24 |
| Jun 20, 2021 | EF3 | 94 km | 17.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | EF3 | 36 km | 11.5 mi | 2 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | EF3 | 69 km | 17.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2015 | EF3 | 79 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2010 | EF3 | 67 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2004 | EF3 | 31 km | 15.8 mi | 8 |
| May 9, 1995 | EF3 | 50 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1990 | EF3 | 83 km | 15.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1984 | EF3 | 80 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Aug 5, 1979 | EF3 | 60 km | 5.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1977 | EF3 | 24 km | 6.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 79 km | 22.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 acres, 2019).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,741 | 95 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 1,664 | 99 km |
| 2021 | MIDDLE GRANT CREEK | 700 | 96 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 549 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in |
La Moille has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 22°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (1.7").